Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

periwig

Noun

/ˈpɛrɪwɪɡ/

Definition

A periwig is a type of wig popular in the 17th and 18th centuries, characterized by its long, curled hair, often worn by men and sometimes by women as a fashionable hairstyle.

Examples

In the theatrical production, the actor donned a grand periwig to portray the character of a nobleman.
During the 18th century, lawyers would wear a periwig as part of their courtroom attire.